| Hd. Qrs. Dept. S. C. & Georgia |
| Charleston S. C. Sept. 27th 1862 |
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| Brig Genl S. R. Gist |
| Comdg 1st Military District |
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| Sir, |
| I am instructed by the
Commanding General to inquire whether or not guards are regularly posted
within the limits of your command to secure Rail Road Bridges against
possible destruction, especially those exposed at any time to incursions
of the Enemy. If not, such guards will be established and maintained. |
| ***** |
| Respectfully |
| Your Obdt Servt |
| Thomas Jordan |
| Chief of Staff & A. A. G. |
| {addressed to each of
the Military District Commanders} |